Posted on Saturday, 6th February 2010 by admin
SIA training is a vital component of the Without the relevant training and qualifications, it is illegal to act as what has traditionally been referred to as a “bouncer”. This term of course has been superceded with the name doorman or door supervisor and the old image of big burly men standing outside looking menacing is an image rapidly in decline. In fact, female door staff are actively sought out and recruited as they are deemed a far more friendly face when meeting people into a venue.
With good door supervisor training, the emphasis is on conflict resolution and removing any need for for forceful control to ever be required. In fact, the best form of security is to be aware of any potential problems long before they are ever allowed to turn into the kind of situation which can pose a risk to patrons and the door staff.
The raising of standards is largely down to the SIA training course which has been made compulsory for anyone who is thinking of a career in door supervision. Whilst an initial burden, it does put those qualified into the very best position to get long term employment in an improved working environment.
Door supervisor courses are available throughout the UK and usually include a three or four days of training and include a written examination. Once passed, the participant is able to apply for their SIA badge and subsequently is legally allowed to provide security and protection for one of the thousands of venues which need door staff on a regular basis throughout the UK.
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